February 28, 2014 - time and locations TBA This training event will originate in the Upstate with live viewing centers in other locations, including Columbia.
SC Assistive Technology Expo 2014
March 26, 2014 - 9 am to 4 pm
This is being held at Brookland Banquet and Conference Center, 1066 Sunset Boulevard, West Columbia, S.C. 29169
For additional information: http://www.sc.edu/scatp/expo/expo14.html
SOURCES OF TRAINING
Training Events from South Carolina Agencies (or nearby)
South Carolina Assistive Technology Program (SCATP) is part of the USC School of Medicine. It is located at Midlands Center, 8301 Farrow Road, Columbia SC 29203 (803) 935-5263 • (803) 935 5342 fax • (800) 915-4522 toll free SCAPT: Assistive Technology Trainings [SCATP and SC Department of Education] www.sc.edu/scatp/trainingschedule.html SCATP: Other Training www.sc.edu/scatp/othertrainings.html
Able South Carolina (formerly Disabilities Action Center) www.able-sc.org/events/
Freedom Scientific www.freedomscientific.com/training.asp This is the company that makes JAWS, MAGic, OpenBook, WYNN, PAC Mate - the major programs used by people who are blind or who have low vision or a learning disability. They offer training on their products, but also workshops and webinars about other, related topics: Webinar Schedule and Registration Page www.freedomscientific.com/Training/e-LearningEntrance.asp
RECENT EVENTS
SC Assistive Technology Expo 2013
Wednesday, March 27, 2013 9 am – 4 pm
Brookland Banquet and Conference Center
The South Carolina Assistive Technology Program (SCATP) is hosting an event that includes presentations and exhibits by vendors who will provide information and resources about assistive technology and related issues. The AT Expo is free and is open to the public. There is no need to register.
The South Carolina Assistive Technology Program (SCATP) and Able South Carolina are sponsoring an equipment drive in conjunction with the AT Expo. (See event above)
The site lists the following items as examples of equipment needed:
Tub benches
Transfer benches
Manual wheel chairs in good condition
Powered mobility with batteries that work
Rollator walkers
Portable ramps
Vehicle Lifts
Adapted Computer Technology
Pediatric equipment such as gait trainers
Adapted recreational items such as hand bikes, beach wheelchairs
Free Interactive Webinar: Accessible Documents using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Thursday, December 6 9:30 am - 12 noon
Please join us for an interactive webinar about simple techniques for creating documents that are accessible and usable by a wide range of users (full description below.) The webinar is sponsored by the SC Assistive Technology Advisory Committee (ATAC), of which Cheryl Wissick and I are members, and other state agencies. The presenter is Matt Polkowsky, the Web Content Coordinator at SC DHEC.
There are three ways you can participate:
1) Wardlaw - Join a group of us in Wardlaw Room 274-N. We will provide computers for you to use or you can bring your own. We will provide the files you’ll use during the event. We will also provide a friendly place to interact with each other about this topic. We have also signed up for the 30 minute post-webinar discussion period.
- To register for the Wardlaw group, just e-mail me at susanq@sc.edu and let me know you’re coming. (We’ll find an additional location if the response outgrows the space.)
2) Thomas Cooper Library - Join others on the USC Columbia Campus in the TCL, Level 3, Multimedia Classroom - They will also provide computers, the files, and the opportunity for interaction among the participants.
- To register for the TCLibrary group, go to http://www.sc.edu/cte/December06.php
3) Individually - Register for the event and participate by yourself - not as much fun, but it might save you a trip to campus!
- To register, go to http://www.sc.edu/scatp/trainings/accessibledocuments12-6-12.html They will contact you with instructions for getting the materials and logging into the session. If you do participate this way, please also e-mail me to let me know that you will be participating. We would like to follow up with related events and information.
No matter how you participate in this event, we are excited to be involved as part of our efforts to revitalize the Center of Excellence in Special Education Technology in the College of Education.
Description: This two-hour Webinar will review the basics of creating accessible documents using Microsoft Office programs Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. We'll explore accessibility issues common to each of these programs, as well as unique situations for each one. You can then participate on your own computer and perform the tasks while listening to the instructor (sample documents will be emailed to you when you confirm your registration). A conference call number will be provided to registrants who want to be part of the half-hour discussion after the presentation (11:30 to noon). This information is useful for anyone who works in Word, Excel or PowerPoint, not just Information Technology professionals. It is useful for both PC and MAC users.
The South Carolina Assistive Technology Program Expo is returning for another exciting year! Come see what's new in assistive technology and listen to free presentations by great speakers. Check out the schedule of informative workshops at http://www.sc.edu/scatp/expo/expo13sessions.html
Current EventsSources of Training
- South Carolina
- Other Locations
Recent Events
CURRENT EVENTS
Basic Web Accessibility
February 28, 2014 - time and locations TBAThis training event will originate in the Upstate with live viewing centers in other locations, including Columbia.
SC Assistive Technology Expo 2014
March 26, 2014 - 9 am to 4 pmThis is being held at Brookland Banquet and Conference Center, 1066 Sunset Boulevard, West Columbia, S.C. 29169
For additional information: http://www.sc.edu/scatp/expo/expo14.html
SOURCES OF TRAINING
Training Events from South Carolina Agencies (or nearby)
South Carolina Assistive Technology Program (SCATP) is part of the USC School of Medicine. It is located at Midlands Center, 8301 Farrow Road, Columbia SC 29203 (803) 935-5263 • (803) 935 5342 fax • (800) 915-4522 toll free
SCAPT: Assistive Technology Trainings [SCATP and SC Department of Education] www.sc.edu/scatp/trainingschedule.html
SCATP: Other Training www.sc.edu/scatp/othertrainings.html
Able South Carolina (formerly Disabilities Action Center) www.able-sc.org/events/
Touch the Future www.touchthefuture.us/events_25.html
Webinars and Other Events from Groups in Other Locations
Be sure to check the rest of their sites for other wonderful information!AbleNet University www.ablenetinc.com/Professional-Development
Accessible Technology Coalition atcoalition.org/trainings
Freedom Scientific www.freedomscientific.com/training.asp
This is the company that makes JAWS, MAGic, OpenBook, WYNN, PAC Mate - the major programs used by people who are blind or who have low vision or a learning disability. They offer training on their products, but also workshops and webinars about other, related topics:
Webinar Schedule and Registration Page www.freedomscientific.com/Training/e-LearningEntrance.asp
RECENT EVENTS
SC Assistive Technology Expo 2013
Wednesday, March 27, 2013 9 am – 4 pmBrookland Banquet and Conference Center
Web site for additional information www.sc.edu/scatp/expo/expo13.html (opens new site in a new window)
The South Carolina Assistive Technology Program (SCATP) is hosting an event that includes presentations and exhibits by vendors who will provide information and resources about assistive technology and related issues. The AT Expo is free and is open to the public. There is no need to register.
Assistive Technology Equipment Donation Drive
Web site for additional information sc.edu/scatp/donationdrive.html (opens new site in a new window)
The South Carolina Assistive Technology Program (SCATP) and Able South Carolina are sponsoring an equipment drive in conjunction with the AT Expo. (See event above)
The site lists the following items as examples of equipment needed:
Free Interactive Webinar: Accessible Documents using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Thursday, December 6 9:30 am - 12 noonPlease join us for an interactive webinar about simple techniques for creating documents that are accessible and usable by a wide range of users (full description below.) The webinar is sponsored by the SC Assistive Technology Advisory Committee (ATAC), of which Cheryl Wissick and I are members, and other state agencies. The presenter is Matt Polkowsky, the Web Content Coordinator at SC DHEC.
There are three ways you can participate:
1) Wardlaw - Join a group of us in Wardlaw Room 274-N. We will provide computers for you to use or you can bring your own. We will provide the files you’ll use during the event. We will also provide a friendly place to interact with each other about this topic. We have also signed up for the 30 minute post-webinar discussion period.
- To register for the Wardlaw group, just e-mail me at susanq@sc.edu and let me know you’re coming. (We’ll find an additional location if the response outgrows the space.)
2) Thomas Cooper Library - Join others on the USC Columbia Campus in the TCL, Level 3, Multimedia Classroom - They will also provide computers, the files, and the opportunity for interaction among the participants.
- To register for the TCLibrary group, go to http://www.sc.edu/cte/December06.php
3) Individually - Register for the event and participate by yourself - not as much fun, but it might save you a trip to campus!
- To register, go to http://www.sc.edu/scatp/trainings/accessibledocuments12-6-12.html They will contact you with instructions for getting the materials and logging into the session. If you do participate this way, please also e-mail me to let me know that you will be participating. We would like to follow up with related events and information.
No matter how you participate in this event, we are excited to be involved as part of our efforts to revitalize the Center of Excellence in Special Education Technology in the College of Education.
Description: This two-hour Webinar will review the basics of creating accessible documents using Microsoft Office programs Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. We'll explore accessibility issues common to each of these programs, as well as unique situations for each one. You can then participate on your own computer and perform the tasks while listening to the instructor (sample documents will be emailed to you when you confirm your registration). A conference call number will be provided to registrants who want to be part of the half-hour discussion after the presentation (11:30 to noon). This information is useful for anyone who works in Word, Excel or PowerPoint, not just Information Technology professionals. It is useful for both PC and MAC users.
Please let me susanq@sc.edu or Cheryl Wissick cwissick@sc.edu know if you have any questions.
SC Assistive Technology Expo 2013 20th Anniversary Celebration
The South Carolina Assistive Technology Program Expo is returning for another exciting year!Come see what's new in assistive technology and listen to free presentations by great speakers. Check out the schedule of informative workshops at http://www.sc.edu/scatp/expo/expo13sessions.html
Keep checking this page http://www.sc.edu/scatp/expo/expo13.html for more details!
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
9 am – 4 pm
Brookland Banquet and Conference Center
1066 Sunset Boulevard
West Columbia, S.C. 29169
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
NO PRE-REGISTRATION NECESSARY
Session Schedule